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Joachim Gauck
Former German president, Joachim Gauck was a protestant pastor in East Germany before reunification.
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Germany's postwar presidents
DW takes a look at the heads of state of the Federal Republic of Germany since its founding in 1949.
Poland's Solidarnosc trade union turns 40
Forty years ago, the free trade union Solidarnosc was founded in Poland.
Germany's ex-president plucked from capsized boat
Joachim Gauck was in a small sailing boat off Germany's Baltic Sea coast when it overturned.
Migrants must accept German values: ex-President Gauck
The former German president has called on migrants living in Germany not to form parallel societies.
5 unexpected presents to Queen Elizabeth II
Birthdays, jubilees or official visits — the queen is constantly showered with presents. But these?
Steinmeier assumes office as German president
The former top diplomat has taken over as Germany's 12th president.
Military honors for departing President Gauck
The former civil rights activist was given the highest military honors during a farewell ceremony in Berlin.
Right man, right time
Alexander Kudascheff
Joachim Gauck's past as a Lutheran pastor who once lived in a totalitarian state had a great impact on his presidency.
Berlin's Pierre Boulez concert hall opens
Berlin's newest concert space has started life with a 3-hour concert conducted by its leading light, Daniel Barenboim.
Berlin Christmas market victims' families criticize Germany
The family of the Italian victim of the Berlin Christmas market attack has said it was neglected by German authorities.
Gauck makes 'symbolic' final visit to Baltics
The president has stressed Germany's commitment to the region, amid concerns over Russian territorial ambitions.
Gauck: Europe should 'speak out' against Trump
Germany's president has said Trump's entry ban on seven Muslim-majority nations is "incompatible" with European values.
Germany mourns former President Herzog
Roman Herzog is best known for publicly taking on Germany's crimes during World War II - and for his biting irony.
Germany says farewell to Roman Herzog
Current President Joachim Gauck led the tributes, praising Herzog's "steady political and ethical compass."
Gauck to receive relatives of Berlin attack victims
The gesture came as the Bundestag debated compensation and remembrance for the victims.
Gauck calls for courage in troubled times
During his final major appearance, outgoing German President Joachim Gauck gave a speech befitting a true statesman.
Joachim Gauck: From rebel pastor to president
Like Chancellor Merkel, the outgoing president hails from the east. Unlike her, Gauck's known for speaking his mind.
Gauck calls for resilient democracy
The outoging German president has urged Germany not to shy away from taking on international responsibility.
Elbphilharmonie: a dazzling debut
Principal conductor Thomas Hengelbrock opens Hamburg's new landmark to raptuous applause.
Elbphilharmonie: a dazzling debut
Principal conductor Thomas Hengelbrock opens Hamburg's new landmark to raptuous applause.
Gauck delivers message of unity after tragedy
Days after the deadly Berlin terror attack, German President Joachim Gauck has called for good judgment and attention.
Berlin approves beefing up surveillance
The government has endorsed a package of measures to boost surveillance and allow federal police to wear bodycams.
Grief follows the attack in Berlin
While investigations are continuing to find those behind the attack, Berliners are in mourning.
'We are united in grief'
In an emotional speech, German President Joachim Gauck has condemned the attack in Berlin.
German Future Prize 2016: Fascinating carbon concrete
An alternative to steel enforced concrete has taken out the German Future Prize 2016.
German Future Prize 2016: the teams' inventions
The German Future Prize has declared the 2016 winner: It's carbon concrete.
EU should take pause, says German President Gauck
The EU should "pause" so that citizens left behind regain their sense of belonging, said German President Gauck.
The formal dinner
Chef Hendrik Otto presents his three-course meal for the Federal Press Ball at a rehearsal dinner.
Euromaxx Special - The German Press Ball 2016
The German Press Ball celebrates its 65th anniversary this year. Euromaxx will be there.
The formal dinner with chef Hendrik Otto
Chef Hendrik Otto presents his three-course meal for the Federal Press Ball at a rehearsal dinner.
Gauck pays respects to Nagasaki victims
The 1945 tragedy was 'unnecessary' and still serves as a warning for our time, Gauck said.
Opinion: The German presidential election
Alexander Kudascheff
In any election, the outcome is not known beforehand. This isn't the case when choosing the German president.
Gauck stresses German-Japan ties
President Joachim Gauck has reaffirmed the importance of German relations with Japan while on a visit to the country.
German President Gauck lands in Japan
His trip conincides with Germany's ruling coalition agreeing to nominate Foreign Minister Steinmeier as new president.
Steinmeier poised to be next German President
Germany's conservative parties will support Social Democrat Frank-Walter Steinmeier as the country's next president.
Discord in Berlin over presidential succession
Despite a promise to deliver a candidate by October, top politicians cannot agree on who to nominate for president.
German President fears victory for 'unpredictable' Trump
A new poll has also found 77 percent of Germans fear strained US-German relations if Trump wins on November 8.
No agreement on leading candidate for German presidency
The search for Germany's next president continues, as the main government parties failed to agree on a nominee.
Germany marks 500 years since Protestant Reformation
As the home of Martin Luther, Germany is also the birthplace of Protestantism.
And the winner is ... concrete recycling!
This year, Europe's most generous environmental protection award has honored the fight against the throwaway mentality.
The search for Germany's next president
The Social Democrats want Foreign Minister Steinmeier, but there is resistance from both conservatives and the left.
Gauck: Next German president's religion 'irrelevant'
German President Joachim Gauck says there's no reason a Muslim or atheist shouldn't be selected as the next president.
Ex-bishop won't run for German presidency
Protestant theologian Margot Kässmann has said she does not want to serve as the next president of Germany.
Theologian could be first German woman president
The Protestant theologian has reportedly discussed her candidacy with Vice Chancellor and SPD chief Sigmar Gabriel.
King of Jordan receives German peace prize
The German president has lauded the monarch for "setting the standard for humanitarianism and humanity."
Famous Wittenberg church reopens
The German church where Martin Luther is said to have posted his "Ninety-five Theses" has reopened.
Dresden on guard for Unity Day festivities
Dresden police say they are prepared for troublemakers as the city hosts events to remember German reunification.
Germany mourns at Babyn Yar, Ukraine
Ukraine has hosted a 75th anniversary ceremony for the Jewish victims of the 1941 Nazi massacre at Babyr Yar, near Kyiv.
Now hiring: German president
Germany biggest parties want to put forward a joint candidate, but the search is tough.
Gauck backs new security proposals
German President Joachim Gauck has said he supports a raft of new security measures proposed earlier this week.
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